Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
asystasioides
ID:
354766

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) M.E.Steiner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 709 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354098

Common Names

  • Asystasioides Justicia
  • Asystasioides' Justicia
  • Asystasioides Justicia

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Description

Justicia asystasioides (also called Water Willow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia asystasioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia asystasioides has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia asystasioides is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced at least 30 cm apart and watered regularly. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Justicia asystasioides

Justicia asystasioides can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Justicia asystasioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia asystasioides?

Justicia asystasioides

What is the common name of Justicia asystasioides?

Tassel Water-willow

What is the natural habitat of Justicia asystasioides?

It is found in wet areas, such as along streams, in wet meadows, and in marshes.

Species in the Justicia genus

Justicia pampolystachys, Justicia panamense, Justicia panarensis, Justicia pannieri, Justicia ovalis, Justicia pedropalensis, Justicia orosiensis, Justicia otophora, Justicia pallida, Justicia ovata, Justicia oxypages, Justicia paucinervis, Justicia parguazensis, Justicia parimensis, Justicia paruana, Justicia oreopola, Justicia novogranatensis, Justicia nuriana, Justicia nyassana, Justicia neurochlamys, Justicia nervata, Justicia neurantha, Justicia niokolo-kobae, Justicia orchioides, Justicia oreophila, Justicia ochroleuca, Justicia phlebophylla, Justicia phyllostachys, Justicia phytolaccoides, Justicia piauhiensis, Justicia pittieri, Justicia pilosocordata, Justicia pinensis, Justicia pelianthia, Justicia petraea, Justicia pharmacodes, Justicia periplocifolia, Justicia polystachya, Justicia porphyrocoma, Justicia pinguior, Justicia potamophila, Justicia platysepala, Justicia plumbaginifolia, Justicia poggei, Justicia poilanei, Justicia polita, Justicia homblei, Justicia homoea, Justicia hookeriana, Justicia huambensis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Mariette E. Steiner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Steiner' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.